Three Round Mock Draft

49. San Diego Chargers

Amini Silatolu – OG – Midwestern State

It is no secret the Chargers need help up front and after springing for a pass rusher in the first round, they grab the best offensive lineman on the board here. Silatolu may not be as well known as some others, but many feel he has the talent to be a great player inside in the NFL.

50. Chicago Bears

Whitney Mercilus – DE – Illinois

With a need for a capable pass rusher across from Julius Peppers, the Bears gladly end Mercilus’ slide down the board. The former All-American for the Illini could see playing time early in Chicago.

51. Philadelphia Eagles

Lavonte David – LB/SS – Nebraska

After bypassing their greatest area of need with their first two picks, the Eagles finally get their linebacker here. David may lack size, but he plays with remarkable range and is a competent player in coverage.

52. Tennessee Titans

Cam Johnson – DE – Virginia

Sack numbers dropped off severely in Tennessee last season following the loss of Pro Bowler Jason Babin. In Cam Johnson, the Titans get one of the most athletic edge rushers in this draft.

53. Cincinnati Bengals

George Iloka – S – Boise State

Since Ed Reed and Troy Polamalu established themselves as big-time playmakers in the division, the Bengals have struggled to keep up. Here they land a potential impact safety with intriguing size and range.

54. Detroit Lions

Mitchell Schwartz – OT/OG – California

The Lions are building one of the league’s most formidable teams on both sides of the ball, but they still lack youth and talent on the offensive line. Schwartz is the best available at this point and figures to be an immediate starter somewhere up front.

55. Atlanta Falcons

Dwayne Allen – TE – Clemson

Though Tony Gonzalez has proven to be ageless, the Falcons would still be wise to invest in a young tight end if the value is there. Allen is this draft’s most complete player at the position.

56. Pittsburgh Steelers

Alfonzo Dennard – CB – Nebraska

After addressing the offensive line with their first pick, the pressure will be on the Steelers to add an impact player to the secondary here. Dennard, a player they likely would have considered earlier, excels in press-man coverage and would be a good value pick.

57. Denver Broncos

Nick Foles – QB – Arizona

In a move that is sure to rattle any avid supporters of Tim Tebow, the Broncos add a quarterback here to eventually compete for the starting job. Foles gives Denver a more gifted passing option and insurance in case Tebow’s success fades.

58. Houston Texans

Jamell Fleming – CB – Oklahoma

The addition of Johnathan Joseph did wonders for the Texans defense a year ago, transforming an ailing secondary into one of the league’s better units. Still, the team is thin on the back end. Fleming offers Houston valuable depth and talent at the cornerback position.

59. New Orleans Saints

Sean Spence – OLB/SS – Miami

Due to a move up the board in the 2011 draft, the Saints first pick will not come until late in round two. Sean Spence adds much needed speed to the New Orleans defense and figures to be a player capable of starting right away.

60. Green Bay Packers

Jared Crick – DL – Nebraska

After losing Cullen Jenkins in the offseason, Green Bay never was able to find a replacement proficient enough to fill his shoes. Crick falls here only due to an injury that cut his senior season short and could develop into an impact player on the Packers defensive line.

61. Baltimore Ravens

Ben Jones – C – Georgia

With 35-year-old Matt Birk on the brink of retirement, you can be sure the Ravens will be looking for a replacement in the draft or free agency. Jones was a standout in the SEC and appears capable of starting from day one.

62. San Francisco 49ers

Kevin Zeitler – OG – Wisconsin

While the 49ers earned a reputation as a smash-mouth football team under John Harbaugh, the right guard position leaves a lot to be desired. Zeitler is a road-grading interior lineman who fits perfectly into what they are trying to do in San Francisco.

63. New England Patriots

Joe Adams -WR – Arkansas

The Super Bowl runner-up Patriots were able to receive record-breaking production from their tight ends in the passing game this past season; however, it became painfully evident the team lacked depth, speed, and talent at the wide receiver position. Adams gives the New England offense a more explosive element.

64. New York Giants

Zebrie Sanders – OT – Florida State

While the Super Bowl champions used their first round pick on a position many would consider a luxury, New York turns their attention back to the offensive line. Before a poor Senior Bowl stopped his momentum, Sanders was seen as one of the senior class’ top tackle prospects.

Ryan Lownes

Ryan is currently an undergraduate student at Ohio University pursuing a degree in Sport Management. He has been attending the NFL Draft in New York City since 2005 and has aspirations of a career in scouting. He is currently a draft writer and analyst on the Draft Breakdown team, posting his latest rankings, mock drafts, scouting reports, and more. Be sure to follow Ryan on twitter for year-round NFL Draft analysis.

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